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Articles by Shobana Radhakrishnan

About Shobana Radhakrishnan
Shobana Radhakrishnan is a Senior Reporter at Citizen Matters. Before moving to Chennai in 2022, she reported for the national daily, The New Indian Express (TNIE), from Madurai. During her stint at TNIE, she did detailed ground reports on the plight of migrant workers and the sorry-state of public libraries in addition to covering the renowned Jallikattu, Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections (2021) and Rural Local Body Polls (2019-2020). Shobana has a Masters degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from the Pondicherry Central University and a Bachelors in English Literature. She keenly follows the impact of development on vulnerable groups.
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chennai skyline
Governance

How is a Master Plan for Chennai prepared?

February 1, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan

With the start of the visioning exercise for the Third Master Plan, here is a explainer on how a Master Plan for Chennai is prepared.

fisherfolk by the sea in Chennai
Governance

நடுக்கடலில் அவசர உதவியின்றி தவிக்கும் மீனவர்கள்

January 31, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan

கடலுக்கு செல்லும் மீனவர்களை காக்கும் சேவைகள்.

Two fishermen in Nochikuppam, Chennai standing on a boat
Governance

Fisherfolk of Chennai lack support during emergencies at sea

January 26, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan

Dedicated emergency services such as sea ambulances can aid fisherfolk of Chennai facing emergencies at sea and prevent deaths.

A boys' shelter for homeless in Chennai
Governance

Shelter for homeless in Chennai: What are the systemic issues?

January 25, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan

Lack of adequate numbers and sparse allocation of funds are among the challenges faced by shelters for the homeless in Chennai.

cmbt bus terminus
Commute

Chennai pins hopes of decongestion on upcoming Kilambakkam bus terminus

January 19, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan

CMDA plans to shift bus operations from Koyambedu to Kilambakkam bus terminus in a phased manner. The proposed move is not without challenges.

A tuition centre in Vyasarpadi, Chennai
Education

How a tuition centre in Chennai’s Vyasarpadi is helping keep children in schools

January 12, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan

Dr Ambedkar Pagutharivu Padasalai, a tuition centre in Chennai, has become an after-school refuge for many children in the community.

An illustration of UPI scams
Economy

UPI scams in Chennai: What you need to know to protect your money or get it back

January 6, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan

Here is all you need to know about the recent trends in UPI scams in Chennai, prevention and redressal mechanisms available.

A family of three members sitting on a cot in Kannapar Thidal. They call the sapce with a cot their home
Governance

Chennai in 2022: The stories behind my stories

December 29, 2022 Shobana Radhakrishnan

In my first year of reporting in Chennai, I have learnt so much about those whose voices have been drowned out by the din of daily life.

ennore thermal power plant
Environment

Chat: Climate rallies and climate politics in Chennai

December 27, 2022 Shobana Radhakrishnan

In a chat with Pritika M, co-founder of FICUS, we look at how climate rallies have contributed to the conversation on climate change in Chennai.

Women in Nochikuppam selling fish on the Loop Road in Chennai
Environment

Why Chennai fisherfolk oppose the draft Coastal Zone Management Plan

December 26, 2022 Shobana Radhakrishnan

The fisherfolk in Chennai have been vocal against the unavailability of Tamil translations and flawed maps in the draft Coastal Zone Management Plan.

An illustration of child marriages
Society

What to do when you come across instances of child marriage in Chennai

December 16, 2022 Shobana Radhakrishnan

Child marriages are not uncommon in Chennai. Know more about the existing law against such marriage and how to register a complaint if you hear of one.

Young mothers at urban primary health center in Valasaravakkam, Chennai
Health

What I observed during a day spent at a UPHC in Chennai

December 15, 2022 Shobana Radhakrishnan

Close observation of proceedings at a UPHC in Chennai’s Valasaravakkam highlighted the importance of services rendered by them for the public.

Houses of low-income communities in Chennai
Society

Photo story: Life in single-room homes in Chennai

December 13, 2022 Shobana Radhakrishnan

What does life look like for those families living in single-room homes in Chennai? These pictures tell the tales of those who await change.

A picture of a patient treated at an urban primary health care center
Health

Fever, BP or Diabetes? UPHCs in Chennai have you covered

December 12, 2022 Shobana Radhakrishnan

UPHCs in Chennai offer a range of services including consultations with specialists. Know more about the services you can avail here.

footpath parking
Civic

Behavioural change, better enforcement keys to solving street parking issue

December 2, 2022 Shobana Radhakrishnan

Street parking in Chennai is a complex issue involving multiple agencies. Citizen Matters hosted a webinar to explore how it can be regulated.

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